2009 Ford E-150 vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Forester weights approximately 419 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
Because 2004 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford E-150 (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-150 | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | E-150 | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 389 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |